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E785 LWP

1988 Yamaha Townmate

Blue Petrol 79cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,514 mi
Last recorded6,514 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Townmate16,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE785 LWP
MakeYamaha
ModelTownmate
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine79cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 May 2017 6,514 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Townmate?

Based on 670 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Direction indicator not working 7
Wheel spoke excessively loose 6
suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. 6
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E785 LWP is a 1988 Yamaha Townmate in Blue with a 79cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Townmate models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 16,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Townmate fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E785 LWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Townmate typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha Townmate is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E785 LWP registered?

E785 LWP is a 1988 Yamaha Townmate, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E785 LWP safe to buy?

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